Africa

Zimbabwe forward Knowledge Musona believes the Warriors can secure a famous victory against Nigeria in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Michael Nees’ team is still searching for their first win in the qualification campaign. Zimbabwe currently sits at the bottom of Group C with just two points from four …

The Super Eagles held their first training session on Tuesday afternoon ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali. Twenty-two players took part in the session, which was led by head coach Eric Chelle. This was also the team’s first training under Chelle since his appointment …

A pro-democracy activist and lawyer, Osa Director, has sued MTN Nigeria Plc. In suit No. FHC/L/CS/1413/24 filed at the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, the activist vide an originating summons is asking the court to dissolve the board of MTN. Without prejudice to the outcome of the case now before …

Super Eagles’ Head Coach, Éric Sékou Chelle, has named his final 23-man squad for the World Cup qualifiers in March 2025. Chelle named goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Kayode Bankole, defenders William Ekong, Calvin Bassey and Olaoluwa Aina, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen and …

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) have recommitted their partnership towards establishing African centres of excellence in local content development. Both organisations also encouraged African petroleum producing countries to develop specialised capacities in core oil and gas services, and patronise one …

…Says Executive Orders lead to 4 FIDS. The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, has, in Abuja, charged oil and gas industry stakeholders in Africa to institute an Africa-wide local content framework that harmonises policies and fosters cross-border partnerships. He said …

Nigeria’s U17 girls, the Flamingos defeated South Africa’s Bantwana on Saturday, March 8, 2025, putting them in a strong position for the final round of the qualification for this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. Shakirat Moshood, who scored four goals at the 2022 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in …

By David Adeoye Ibadan, March 5, 2025 The President of Sierra-Leone, Dr Julius Bio, on Wednesday in Ibadan decried the sum of 50 billion US dollars being expended on food importation annually by African countries. Bio, while speaking at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on Day 3 of …

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, continues to make significant impact in birthing the next generation of banking and finance professionals on the continent through its Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) which to date has produced over 3,222 young professionals across Africa. Since inception three years ago, …

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, said his government has walked its talk on agriculture revolution in the state, hence the positive results being witnessed in its agribusiness sector. Governor Makinde noted that the administration’s commitment to doing agriculture differently led to its creation of the Oyo State Agribusiness …

•Says Lagos remains committed to supporting ECOWAS to improve lives Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to recommit themselves to the ideals of regional integration and the vision of a prosperous, peaceful, and united West Africa. He …

MOMBASA, Kenya African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), Africa’s foremost trade development Bank, has, in Mombasa, Kenya, ratified a series of initiatives designed to support Kenya’s industrialisation and export-led development agenda. Under the terms of the initiatives, formalised at a signing ceremony with the Kenyan authorities, Afreximbank will finance the development …

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has on Monday, March 3, 2025, received the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Julius Maada Bio, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. President Bio is billed to, among other activities, pay an inspection visit to the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub, Oyo. The …

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, will on Monday receive the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. President Bio is billed to, among other activities, pay an inspection visit to the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub, Oyo. The governor expressed his pleasantries …

By Salisu Sani-Idris Abuja, March 1, 2025 President Bola Tinubu on Saturday paid glowing tribute to the late founding President of the Republic of Namibia, Dr Sam Nujoma. Tinubu, represented by the Vice-President Kashim Shettima, spoke during a state burial for the late Namibian leader held at Heroes’ Acre, Windhoek, …

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria were 2-0 winners over hosts Young Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire in the first of two international friendly matches at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in the heart of the Ivorian capital on Thursday, February 26, 2025. Captain of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, Daniel Bameyi scored from …

 It was a landmark day at Konga Communications as the team from the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) paid a working visit to the studios of KongaTV and KongaFM 103.7 on Monday, February 24, 2025. The visit marked a significant step in the station’s journey toward delivering high-quality, engaging, and regulatory-compliant …

The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United States of America (USA), Ambassador Youssef Amrani, has said at the 3rd International Estevanico Conference held as part of the Black History Month in New York, USA on Friday, February 21, 2025, that America, from centuries past had always had …

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, February 24, 2025 The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI), also known as the Africa Club, has announced the appointment of Samaila Zubairu as its new Chairperson. Mr. Zubairu, President and CEO of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), succeeds AAMFI’s founding Chair, Prof. Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of …

Accra, Ghana, witnessed a remarkable gathering of tech industry leaders, visionaries, and policy-makers as TD Africa hosted the Accra Synergy Summit on Thursday, February 20th. The prestigious event, held at the Kempinski Hotel Accra, brought together some of the most influential minds in the technology ecosystem, further cementing TD Africa’s …

…As Zambia seeks Dangote investment in its energy sector President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote has revealed that his company – the Dangote Petroleum Refinery – has enough Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, in storage to sufficiently meet the local needs of Nigeria. Speaking at …

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, have qualified for the 2025 Afrobasket after a commanding 77-62 victory over Cape Verde in their final Group B qualifier on Sunday, February 24, 2025. Cape Verde started strong, winning the first quarter 26-22. However, Nigeria bounced back with an impressive 26-7 run in …

By Lucy Ogalue Abuja, Feb. 22, 2025 Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dr Kanayo Nwanze. In a statement on Saturday, Adesina described the late Nwanze as an intellectual giant …

By Suleiman Shehu Ibadan, Feb. 22, 2025 Fire razed down a booster station belonging to telecommunications giants MTN, beside the Faculty of Nursing at University of Ibadan, on Saturday, an official has confirmed. Yemi Akinyinka, General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services Agency, disclosed this in a statement in Ibadan. …